Slab Contrasted Pifo 2 is a very bold, wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Intermedial Slab' by Blaze Type, 'Vigor DT' by DTP Types, 'Posterizer KG' by Posterizer KG, 'Marek Slab' by Rosario Nocera, 'Modum' by The Northern Block, 'Questa Slab' by The Questa Project, 'Paul Slab Soft' by artill, and 'Arventa Slab Pro' by preussTYPE (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, logotypes, industrial, collegiate, rugged, confident, retro, impact, durability, display legibility, vintage tone, blocky, bracketed, sturdy, compact, weighty.
A heavy, slab-serif design with broad proportions and strongly anchored, rectangular serifs. Strokes are mostly even with only modest modulation, giving the letters a dense, solid color on the page. Counters are relatively tight and the joins are robust, while terminals tend toward squared ends and firm brackets rather than delicate tapers. The lowercase shows a sturdy, workmanlike structure with a single-storey “g” and a compact, rounded “e,” and the numerals follow the same thick, block-forward rhythm for consistent impact.
Best suited to display settings where strong presence is needed—headlines, posters, storefront or wayfinding signage, and bold packaging statements. It can also work for sports- or campus-adjacent branding and punchy editorial callouts, especially when set with generous tracking or ample line spacing to offset its dense texture.
The font projects a bold, no-nonsense tone that feels utilitarian and self-assured. Its chunky slabs and tight interiors evoke vintage printing and traditional signage, with a slightly collegiate, poster-ready presence. Overall, it reads as assertive and dependable rather than refined or airy.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum impact through stout slabs, wide letterforms, and a uniform, print-friendly stroke rhythm. It prioritizes durability and legibility at display sizes, aiming for a classic, hard-working slab-serif voice that reads clearly in bold statements.
At text sizes the weight and narrow internal spaces can make long passages feel dense, while at larger sizes the strong slab rhythm and wide stance create an unmistakable, attention-grabbing silhouette. The uppercase forms are especially stable and architectural, making headlines feel planted and emphatic.